This is the?third time Smalling has been injured this term and Jose Mourinho is expected to clarify the defender’s situation in his pre-match press conference. Philippe CoutinhoMost read in sportdiamonds are foreverChelsea's new Nike kit leaked online. SAM JOHNSTONE is wanted by Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce in a £3million permanent deal. The bushy-haired left-back looks a little like a young Carles Puyol, and even has the same first name. ashfordNews Group Newspapers Ltd9Defoe looked in prime condition alongside younger stars like Adam LallanaI love playing for my country. The Blues have reportedly agreed a £35million deal with Monaco for the defensive midfielder. Reuters5Mamadou Sakho was banned for 30 days by UefaGetty Images5Reds boss Jurgen Klopp was unhappy . Liverpool now hope the France defender, on loan at Crystal Palace, will see them hit the jackpot. I worked hard all week in training, did a lot of finishing and prepared myself in the right way. OUR hugely popular daily Striker cartoon continues.